Bill Burr on Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic: “That guy just does not give a f- in a really good way. First of all, he went bald like a shoe salesman. He never shaved the whole thing to try to make it look like he knows some jujitsu. He went bald like Bob Newhart as a rock star.”
In a historic convergence of grunge legacy and contemporary artistry, the surviving members of Nirvana reunited with Post Malone for a powerful rendition of “Smells Like Teen Spirit” during “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert.” The event, held on February 14, 2025, at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, commemorated the 50th anniversary of “Saturday Night Live.”
Introduced by former SNL cast member Adam Sandler as “Post Nirvana,” the ensemble featured Dave Grohl on drums, Krist Novoselic on bass, Pat Smear on guitar, and Post Malone stepping into the role of lead vocalist and guitarist. The performance paid homage to Nirvana’s groundbreaking 1991 SNL debut, where they first unleashed “Smells Like Teen Spirit” to a national audience.
Post Malone, a self-professed Nirvana enthusiast, previously showcased his admiration through a 2020 livestream of Nirvana covers, earning accolades from both fans and the band’s original members. His collaboration with Nirvana at the SNL50 concert seamlessly bridged generational musical tastes, delivering a performance that resonated with both longtime devotees and newer audiences.
The SNL50 celebration also featured a diverse array of performances, including Miley Cyrus and Alabama Shakes’ Brittany Howard covering Queen’s “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” and Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder delivering a rendition of Tom Petty’s “The Waiting.” These collaborations underscored the enduring influence of “Saturday Night Live” as a platform that unites varied musical genres and eras.
Nirvana’s reunion with Post Malone not only honored the band’s storied past but also highlighted the timeless appeal of their music, reaffirming their lasting impact on the cultural and musical landscape.
